Strain Gauge SG-200 vs Strain Gauge 410
The Strain Gauge 410's compliance is 20 cu against the Strain Gauge SG-200's 15 cu, its output 5.0 mV against 0.7 mV, and its output voltage 5.0V RMS against 0.7V RMS. Both share channel separation (25 dB).
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About the Strain Gauge SG-200
The Soundsmith Strain Gauge SG-200 is a unique phono cartridge system that uses strain-gauge technology instead of traditional moving-magnet or moving-coil designs. This approach eliminates the need for moving magnets or coils, resulting in virtually no energy loss and allowing the stylus-cantilever system to respond more quickly and accurately to groove modulations. The system includes a dedicated preamplifier and power supply, and offers six user-replaceable styli to suit different playback needs. Notably, the strain-gauge design does not require RIAA equalization, as it inherently produces a signal with an inverted RIAA curve, simplifying the signal path and potentially improving sound quality. The system is known for its low noise, low phase shift, and ultra-clean transient response, making it one of the quietest and most accurate phono systems available.
Specifications
Analog Output
Analog signal output specifications
- Output Voltage
- 0.7V RMS
Cartridge
Phono cartridge specifications
- Output Voltage
- 0.7 mV
- Compliance
- 15 cu
- Channel Separation
- 25 dB
Physical Dimensions
Size, weight, and appearance
- Dimensions
- 150 × 80 × 205 mm (W × H × D)
- Weight
- 0.0045 kg (0 lbs)
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